Actually, in addition to the sibling comment, I should point out that “rhetoric” implies people claiming all the time that they’re serving justice or what have you. Mostly (as I understand the quote) they just need to hide contrary evidence from view. Provide a distraction, and people will continue to believe their existing ideals determine reality.
Actually, in addition to the sibling comment, I should point out that “rhetoric” implies people claiming all the time that they’re serving justice or what have you. Mostly (as I understand the quote) they just need to hide contrary evidence from view. Provide a distraction, and people will continue to believe their existing ideals determine reality.